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Bookmark or Share- Neurofibromatosis - National Institute of Neurological Disorders and StrokeWhat is neurofibromatosis? Neurofibromatosis is not a single medical disorder. It refers to three different conditions involving the development of tumors that may affect the brain, spinal cord, and the nerves that send signals between the brain and spinal cord and all other parts of the body.
- Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) - Cleveland ClinicNeurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is the most common form of neurofibromatosis. It affects your skin and nervous system. Common symptoms include multiple café au lait spots and tumors in your skin and on your nerves.
- Neurofibromatosis: What It Is, Symptoms, Types & TreatmentNeurofibromatosis (NF) is a group of neurological and genetic conditions. It causes symptoms that may affect your brain, spinal cord, nerves and skin. Symptoms vary and depend on the neurofibromatosis type but can include birthmarks and the growth of usually noncancerous (benign) tumors.
- Neurofibromatosis type 1 - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo ClinicTo diagnose neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1), a healthcare professional begins with a review of your personal and family medical history and a physical exam. Your child's skin is checked for cafe au lait spots, which can help diagnose NF1.
- Neurofibromatosis type 1 - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicNeurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is a genetic condition that causes changes in skin pigment and tumors on nerve tissue. Skin changes include flat, light brown spots and freckles in the armpits and groin.
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